Description
Gloma Nautica Xtra Long Shackles
Gloma Nautica’s Xtra Long Shackles are designed for situations where standard or long shackles simply don’t offer enough clearance. Manufactured in Cabrera de Mar, Spain, using AISI 316 stainless steel, these shackles feature an extended body length that delivers unmatched reach while maintaining mechanical reliability and marine-grade corrosion resistance (glomanautica.com).
Engineered for use in complex rigging layouts, the elongated profile of the Xtra Long Shackle allows greater separation between connection points—ideal for clearing obstacles, aligning rigging gear, or bridging wider spans in confined deck areas. Whether on sailing yachts, commercial vessels, or industrial platforms, the increased internal length provides flexibility without compromising load security.
The shackles are hot-forged, not cast—ensuring a tight grain structure that offers strength, elasticity under load, and visual deformation prior to failure. This deformation under high stress acts as a built-in safety signal, critical for demanding lifting, mooring, and load-bearing applications. Forging also guarantees superior material consistency, reducing weak spots and microcracks commonly found in cast hardware.
The AISI 316 stainless steel construction ensures top-tier performance against the harsh elements of saltwater, sun, and extreme temperature fluctuations. With added molybdenum content, this grade of steel resists pitting and crevice corrosion better than lower grades like 304, making it ideal for marine and coastal environments.
Each Xtra Long Shackle is machined with precision to maintain dimensional standards—jaw width, pin fit, and thread depth are all crafted to strict tolerances. The screw pin closure provides secure fastening, while its robust threads resist accidental loosening due to vibration or wave motion. The long body helps maintain load alignment, ensuring even force distribution across the shackle and minimizing lateral stress.
These shackles are available in various diameters (commonly 5 mm to 22 mm) and conform to industry load specifications with appropriate safety factors. Their sleek polished finish enhances resistance to surface corrosion while offering easy inspection and an attractive appearance.
Used by naval architects, riggers, marine contractors, and offshore specialists, Gloma Nautica Xtra Long Shackles provide dependable, long-reach solutions for tasks such as forestay extensions, deep pulley alignments, deck clearance adjustments, and elevated rigging where space is limited but reliability is essential.
Manufactured under full traceability in Spain, each shackle undergoes rigorous internal checks to verify dimensional accuracy, forging quality, and steel certification. Gloma Nautica’s commitment to marine excellence is evident in every detail—from the forged structure to the corrosion-resistant finish.
